When it comes to the most beautiful states in the U.S., it goes pretty much without saying that Montana is on everyone’s list (or should be). It’s home to the largest migratory elk herd in the entire country, as well as a multitude of loons, antelope, bison, and more. A whopping 46 of its 56 counties are considered frontier counties, as they have an average population of six or fewer people per square mile. Montana is also home to Yellowstone National Park – the very first national park in America.

However, there’s a lot more to Montana than facts and figures. Let regional interest literature written by passionate local historians teach you about America’s aptly named Treasure State.

Getting Up Close and Personal with Big Sky Country

Only local interest and regional history books can show you the real Montana – the Montana long-time locals and regional historians know and love.

Learn how iconic Montana towns and cities like Great Falls, Bozeman, and Helena came to be. Explore the Battle of Little Bighorn, one of the most controversial events in American history, via a series of vintage postcards, stunning photographs, and riveting personal accounts. Discover Montana’s fascinating connections to baseball history, film history, literature, and more. Take a closer look at the cavernous underground tunnels hidden beneath the streets of Missoula.

Let Arcadia Feed Your Passion for History

Arcadia Publishing’s collection of regional history and local interest books is one of the largest and most comprehensive in the country. That said, it’s the place to go for compelling, informative volumes on all things Montana.

Learn more than you ever thought possible about the history of your hometown. Explore the incredible lives of local heroes, as well as your favorite topics as they relate to regions across the country.